Member Benefits

Being a member of Outdoors Empowered Network has its benefits.

Here they are!

Network Membership Benefits

Outdoor Gear

The Network has carefully built long-term partnerships with many outdoor gear manufacturers, in order to secure valuable brand-new free outdoor gear, clothing and footwear for affiliate programs, as well as discounted prices on purchases to grow and maintain program gear libraries. We save our affiliates countless hours of work by managing these relationships, and leveraging the combined buying power of multiple programs. This year, each member program will receive thousands of dollars in free gear for their equipment libraries!

Training

Network staff and other affiliate programs provide training on designing and implementing Outdoor Leadership programming for teachers and youth development professionals. Funding is available through grants to members to attend other member organizations trainings.

Business planning for existing nonprofit organizations, public agencies, fiscally sponsored programs and new start-up programs.

Shared Resources, Know-How and Best Practices

Through affinity group video conferences, and the TYO Platform we coordinate information sharing and provides a supportive network that strives to share valuable resources. From curricula to time tested policies, to in-field instructional tips, this body of information ensures that no new program has to remake the wheel!